Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Racism is funny (not really)

You know what I find funny - racism.

NO racism in itself isn't funny AT ALL. But, rather, the perception some people have. I was attacked (gently) last night via email from someone concerning my project. What I found funny (like car crash funny) is the fact that this person chose to "judge" me without meeting me, or (imo) worse! without asking for further explanation.

Yet, this is ok. It is ok to judge me before meeting me because I am white. Maybe this is reverse - racism??? (If we are using this persons argument)

I know - tread lightly - this is a touchy subject. (I get that)

But, I mean it.... and I think of it often.....

Why is it racist for me to judge someone who is say Spanish American, when my judging has nothing to do with their race (yet it gets called racism). When in turn this person can turn around and judge me? (yet it would never be called racism) Some of these people who are on this particular soap box are the worst offenders.

Now, this person was not African American. But, they are not Caucasian either. Let me just say that I did not back down, and I did call this person out on their quick judging of me, which to me seemed to me to go against what they stood for.

But, damnit I was mad!!!! So, without too many details, now you know!p.s. noone was harmed with this post, let's keep it that way in the comment box

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Who is this crazy lady?

I am a mom of 4, a small business owner, the keeper of the house, a free spirit, a person who can not be boxed into a simple description, and so much more... I drink way too much coffee, I am love my afternoon naps, and late night blogging. I laugh at myself more than anyone else.
Most importantly, I am me- Just Jules, and sometimes just being yourself is enough.